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Mar 31, 2020
Celanese Q1 2020 Earnings Report
Celanese reported first quarter earnings, highlighting resilient cash generation and a strong balance sheet.
Key Takeaways
Celanese Corporation reported a solid first quarter performance with GAAP diluted earnings per share of $1.88 and adjusted earnings per share of $2.29 on net sales of $1.5 billion. The company demonstrated resilience through its Engineered Materials and Acetyl Chain commercial models, generating robust operating cash flow of $259 million and free cash flow of $135 million, while also implementing structural cost and capital reduction actions.
Celanese delivered sequential growth in operating profit and adjusted EBIT.
The company generated robust operating cash flow of $259 million and free cash flow of $135 million.
Celanese retains substantial financial flexibility due to continued liquidity and balance sheet strength.
The company has identified and implemented structural cost and capital reduction actions.
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Forward Guidance
Celanese anticipates generating $300 to $400 million of incremental cash through productivity, working capital management, and capital expenditures prioritization to offset demand and earnings challenges.
Positive Outlook
- Well-positioned to meet current macro-economic challenges.
- Committed to keeping employees safe.
- Focused on meeting customers' needs.
- Dedicated to delivering sustained value for shareholders.
- Taking actions on productivity, working capital management, and capital expenditures prioritization.
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainties regarding the duration and impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
- Suspension of previously announced annual adjusted earnings per share guidance for 2020.
- Reduced consumer activity in the Western Hemisphere impacting demand.
- Potential impact on the second quarter demand.
Revenue & Expenses
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